What Causes Dizziness After An Episode Of Cold?

Posted on Mon, 17 Jul 2017

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Question : I have been dizzy and light headed for three days. I had a cold about a week BBC ago, my v ears don't hurt. If I tilt my head, look down, stand up I get dizzy, turning over in been also. What can I do? My BP is good and so is blood sugar

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Aggarwal (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Labyrinthitis

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to healthcare Magic and thanks for putting up the query
Dizziness after an episode of cold is usually due to viral infection of the inner ear leading to dizziness.
Please tell me what medicines are you taking for cold?
You should take tablet promethazine twice daily for dizziness.
Avoid driving.
Take rest and take a good diet.
All the medicines i prescribed you will be available only on prescription.
Follow up with the required information so that i can suggest you better.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Thanks and regards

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